Project developer Green Power Systems Solutions (GPSS) has constructed a new agri-PV installation in Kehlen, Luxembourg. According to the planners, particular care was taken in the design phase to minimise restrictions on agricultural use. The result is a land loss to infrastructure and inaccessible sections of only 2.9 percent, while more than 97 percent remains available for food production.
Optimal use of space
At the same time, the farmer benefits from the advantages of agri-PV, creating a stable second income stream. “The system also protects crops from extreme weather and optimises land use without reducing food production,” says Patrick Witte, General Manager at GPSS.
Inverters offer flexible deployment
The system is configured as a tracking installation with a capacity of 2 MW. The solar modules are designed to let sufficient sunlight reach the crops while feeding power into the grid. Several Piko CI 100 inverters from Kostal convert the generated current from DC to grid-compliant AC. “With its high efficiency and flexible deployment, the Piko CI 100 plays a key role in optimising energy generation and ensuring reliable grid feed-in,” says George Hanna, Product Manager at Kostal, referring to its agricultural use. (su)
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